Whirlpool oortable spa owner manual Electrical Precautions, Outdoor Installation, Drainage

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INSTALLATION

Electrical Precautions

CAUTION

Do not apply electrical power to the spa unless it is filled with water to the normal water level, which is approximately 7" below the spa rim. (See location of water level indicator on face of skimmer on page 6.) If the spa’s motor/pumps are actuated when there is not sufficient water in the unit, the circulation pumps could be irreparably damaged. In addition to damaging the unit, operating the unit with insufficient water could cause a fire.

Do not locate lighting fixtures directly above the spa; lighting and electrical receptacles must be located at least

5 ft (1.5m) from the spa. Lighting located between and 5 ft (1.5m) and 10 ft (3m) from the spa must be on a circuit protected by a ELCB. (See National Electrical Code 680- 6).

Do not use electrically connected devices, such as television, radio, telephones, stereo speakers, lights or cooking devices within 5 ft (3m) of the spa when the spa is being used.

All fixed metal objects located within 5 ft (1.5m) of the spa, such as fence posts, railings, door frames, green- house structures, gutters, etc., must be attached to the bonding bar on the outside of the spa System Control Module using #8 solid copper wire. With #8 solid copper wire, bond the spa to the house electrical panel or approved local earth electrode.

An approved earth electrode may be an 8 ft. long earth rod, a plate electrode, or a buried metal water pipe with at least 10 ft. of buried pipe. Check your local building code for requirements. Bonding lugs are avail- able at your local electrical supply store. (Bond bar location is shown on page 5.)

Outdoor Installation

If you install the spa outdoors, we recommend that you provide a concrete pad for it to rest on. To do this, construct forms for a 8' x 8' x 4" thick level pad.

Install a #10 gauge wire mesh approximately 6" x 6" steel reinforced grid. Attach a #8 solid copper wire to the grid with a ground clamp. This wire should be long enough to reach the bond bar on the spa System Control Module (min 36"), but should not be located under the base of the spa. Then pour the concrete pad.

Drainage

Whether you install your spa indoors or outdoors, you can drain it completely by attaching a garden hose to the drain valve located on the suction tee of the spa. Simply run the hose to the house sewer line or drain field and open the drain valve.

Make sure the area surrounding the spa has good drainage to keep water from collecting at the base of the

SUPPORT AND DRAINAGE

#8 BOND WIRE

(TO HOUSE ELECTRICAL PANEL OR LOCAL BOND)

TO BOND BAR

spa—especially near the equipment area. If drainage is poor, install a drain line and/or gravel drain field (see illustration below).

Indoor Installations

Water which splashes on the floor during use of the spa may cause a walking hazard and/or structural dam- age unless good drainage is provided and proper water- proof building materials are used in the area surrounding and beneath the spa. Take into consideration, also, the high room humidity which will exist due to high spa water temperatures. Providing natural or forced ventilation of the room will help maintain comfort and minimize mois- ture damage to the building. Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath is not responsible for damages resulting from excess mois- ture or water spillage. Consult an architect or engineer for aid in designing your indoor installation.

WIRE MES H GRID

8' x 8' x 4" THICK CONCRETE PAD

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